Vicenza and Darby Military Communities www..army.mil Sept. 14, 2018 | Vol. 51 | Issue 17 What’s Inside Measles outbreak in Europe continues Additionally, in 2017, Army Medicine The virus can linger in the air of a room By Ashley Patoka clinics throughout Europe began giving or transportation vehicle for up to two 2 Regional Health Command Europe the Measles, Mumps and Rubella vac- hours according to Col. Rodney Coldren, A new way to report crime cine as part of the routine six-month visit preventive medicine chief, Public Health LANDSTUHL, Germany — Adults with pediatricians. The vaccine is high- Command Europe. and children not vaccinated for measles ly encouraged for all children aged 6-12 “There is a very safe and effective 3 could be at risk for contracting the illness months, especially those in daycare. This vaccine available to prevent this dis- Women's Equality Day as a result of an ongoing measles out- dose is in addition to the two doses given ease,” said Coldren. “The vast majority break in several European countries. to children in the U.S. over 12 months of of Americans are already immunized Regional Health Command Europe of- age. against measles, having received at least West Nile Virus in Italy ficials recommend families review their Measles is an extremely contagious two doses of the MMR vaccine in early vaccination records to ensure everyone is virus, with 100 percent of exposed sus- childhood.” fully vaccinated against the disease. ceptible individuals becoming infected. See MEASLES, page 7 5 Recycling policy encourages Children team up with Soldiers for a fun day good stewardship Forum offers 6 platform for Start of new school year feedback, ideas Bus safety tips VICENZA — The Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) is the military family's plat- form to voice quality-of-life issues, feed- back, ideas and suggestions. 9 It's the best way to let Army leadership VHS plays host to first know about what works, what doesn't, and football game of season how you think problems can be resolved. AFAP gives active and Reserve Component Soldiers, Army civilians, retirees, survivors and family members a primary tool to help identify issues and concerns and shape stan- dards of living. The program identifies critical issues con- cerning welfare and morale and presents them to senior Army leadership for resolu- tion. Since AFAP was created in 1983, 714 issues have been submitted, resulting in 129 legislative changes, 193 Department of De- fense or Army policy changes and 214 im- proved programs or services. Some exam- ples of AFAP successes Armywide include: •Service member's Group Life Insurance 10 increased from $50,000 to $400,000 Out & About •Thrift Savings Plan was authorized •Creation of the Better Opportunities for CASERMA EDERLE — Members of Team for Children Vicenza, a charity Single Soldiers Program founded in 2009, visited the installation Sept. 7. The event began with To submit an issue or suggestion, fill out “Soldier for a Day” activities assisted by Soldiers from Headquarters & the form (cut out from page 4). A few tips: Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd a separate sheet must be completed for Airborne Brigade. Pictured: (front) Alessandro Facci, 12, gets his face each issue; the issue cannot involve a local painted by Spc. Travis Green; and (back) Alessandro Baù, 22, gets his face matter (submit those through your local in- painted by Spc. Tyler Griffiths. After having the opportunity of experiencing stallation Interactive Customer Evaluation 12 military equipment and camouflage face painting, children and their parents [ICE] webpage, http://ice.disa.mil/); and the took part in a windshield tour of post on an LMTV, light utility truck. A special FMWR events, activities book dedication event took place at the post library. issue should be something that has Army- (Photo by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office) wide impact. See AFAP, page 4 Outlook announcement September is National Preparedness Month Beginning Oct. 1, the ally and collectively — case of an emergency. Plan- By Michael McKnight Outlook newspaper will ensure we are prepared ning ahead will ensure that USAG Italy Emergency Manager go digital. Due to budget to respond accordingly. you and your family will and manpower constraints, This year’s NPM fo- know what to do and have VICENZA — 2018 is the 15th year of the printed version of the cuses on planning, with the supplies you need to be National Preparedness Month, a month- the theme: “Disasters safe wherever you are. newspaper will be online long campaign that takes place each Sep- Happen. Prepare Now. For your home, think only in a different format. tember to promote emergency aware- Learn How.” It’s a ahead with your Family ness and preparedness, and designed to good time to review the Emergency Plan. A simple strengthen a citizen’s ability to prepare Anyone with questions Army's four prepared- plan can be found at http:// for, mitigate, prevent, respond to and ness tenets: be informed, make a plan, www.italy.army.mil/em.asp. may contact the editor at recover from any natural or man-made build a kit, and get involved. At work or school? Ensure you and karin.j.martinez.civ@mail. disaster. Being prepared means having a plan. your family members know the best mil. One can never fully predict when a di- Whether you are at home, at work or on- way to contact one another if you are saster will strike, but we can — individu- the-go, it's important to create a plan in See PREPARE, page 4 CID launches new crime tips system for web, phones QUANTICO, Va. – The Army com- He ex- tigation. submitted. Tips will be responded to in munity and American public now have plained Addition- English and auto-translated back to their the ability to use their computers and that ally, per- source language during the two-way dia- smartphones to submit tips about crimes, when- sons pro- log process. suspicious activity or threats to the U.S. ever a viding According to Christopher Grey, CID’s Army’s Criminal Investigation Com- person anony- spokesman, the previous methods of re- mand via a new digital crime tips system. submits mous tips porting a crime to CID will remain in ef- The CID crime tips system recently a tip on- will have fect until the new Crime Tips System is transitioned to a web-based and smart- line, the the ability fully implemented. phone app submission method. The pub- com- to com- “It is critical for people to say some- lic can access the system via any Inter- pleted municate thing when they see something and it lit- net-connected device by visiting, http:// form with the erally can mean the difference between www.cid.army.mil/. In addition to the is securely transferred directly to Army CID Agents,” Adams said. “After sub- someone receiving the justice they de- web interface, the app is for submission CID through a Secure Sockets Layer mitting a tip, a tip reference/ID number serve or victimizing another innocent of tips and is available for free download connection, which means that the tips are is created that allows the tipster to create person,” Grey said. from the Apple Store and Google Play at encrypted, entirely confidential and com- a password to check the status of the sub- “Although we prefer people with in- http://www.p3tips.com/app. pletely anonymous. Users can also attach mitted tip or check on the status of a re- formation to use the new digital Crime According to CID’s implementation images, videos and documents with their ward – if applicable. So do not misplace Tips system, they can still report a crime project manager, Special Agent Christo- tips. your ID number, as it will be needed to through our current methods until these pher L. Adams, the new system provides “This new system is the ideal solution check on the status of your tip.” methods are phased out within the next users a safe, secure and anonymous for ‘tipsters’ to report criminal activities There is also the multi-language feature 60 days: contact your local CID office, method to report criminal activity and or suspicious activity anonymously. for global use that allows tips to be au- contact 1-844-ARMY-CID (844-276- security threats without concerns of re- “Tips received will be seamlessly as- to-converted into English on the backend 9243) or email CID at Army.CID.Crime. taliation or fear. signed to various units for further inves- regardless of what language they were [email protected].”

VFW Corner U.S. Army Europe Commander By Laura Kreider and Chiara Mattirolo Lt. Gen. Speak Out History of local post Christopher G. Cavoli

By Rex Shuey U.S. Army Africa Commander Maj. Gen. How often are you on social media? VFW Post 8862 What is your preferred site? Roger L. Cloutier Jr. VICENZA — Veterans of Foreign Wars USAG Italy Commander Post 8862 is the second largest VFW post and Publisher in Europe and was founded in 1991 by Col. Erik M. Berdy veterans of the Vicenza Military Com- munity. USAG Italy Public Affairs Director The first commander was Clarence James E. Brooks Daniels and the current commander is Outlook Editor Paul Matejka. Karin J. Martinez Initially called the “Mediterranean Post,” the organization has grown from Public Affairs Staff the original 60 charter members into a Anna Ciccotti post with more than 1,900 members. Laura Kreider Membership spans the nation’s conflicts Chiara Mattirolo Mara Barzon Richard Gerke Aneesa Johnson from Vietnam veterans to the veterans Anna Terracino AAFES Family and MWR Family member from the present conflict in Afghanistan. Mark Turney “I use it all of the time For more than two decades, dedicated “I am on “Not very often; I use it The Outlook is an authorized publication for work promoting all members have been committed to pro- supporting the USAG Italy command social media of the things MWR has when I need viding a variety of programs to support information program as provided by every day. to offer. My preferred site to see posts the troops, fellow veterans and the com- AR 360-1. All editorial content of the I prefer Instagram.” is Facebook, specifically of my friends. My munity. Outlook is prepared, edited and approved preferred site is by the USAG Italy Public Affairs Office, Vicenza Family The organization supports the core Unit 31401, Box 10, APO, AE 09630, and MWR.” Instagram.” mission statement, which is “to preserve located in Bldg. 10 on Caserma Ederle in and strengthen comradeship among Vicenza, Italy. members; to assist worthy veterans and Contents of the Outlook are not members; to perpetuate the memory and necessarily the official news of, or history of our dead and to their widows endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the and orphans; to maintain true allegiance Department of Defense, Department of the Army, Installation Management to the government of the Command-Europe, U.S. Army Garrison of America and fidelity to its constitu- Italy or U.S. Army Africa. tion and laws; to foster true patriotism; to maintain and extend the institutions of The Outlook accepts submissions. Call the editor with questions at DSN 637- American freedom and to preserve and 8031, comm. 0444-61-8031, or submit defend the United States from all ene- via email at usarmy.vmc.pao@mail. mies.” mil. A submission does not guarantee publication. Submissions may be edited Anyone who would like to join this at the discretion of the Public Affairs staff. unique organization should contact local Staff Sgt. Isaac Rudea A1C Hailey Hester Mariolina Balla VFW recruiter Yolanda Wright at +39 731st MUNS 731st MUNS Livorno Commissary 329-827-6139, or e-mail wrightyn@ yahoo.com to check eligiblity. Table of Contents photos, p. 1 “Daily. “I use mainly Facebook. “I use social media VHS vs. Rota football VFW meetings take place at 6 p.m. the by Karin J. Martinez I use Facebook It is the fastest way very moderately, second Thursday of each month at La because of to keep in touch but my favorite Rondine restaurant on Via Paolo Calvi Hot Air Balloon Festival, Ferrara Messenger.” with my family is WhatsApp.” in Vicenza. Maps are available at the Re- from www.rossiwrites.com at home.” tiree Services Center, Building 305 on Caserma Ederle. Follow the VFW on Facebook and Twitter, @vfwpost8862.

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2 Outlook Sept. 14, 2018 Principal selected as Vicenza superintendent Rudy was the to be so recognized. ing short of excellence in education for By William Griffin principal of “David Rudy brings tremendous ex- their children, and I am excited about us DoDEA Public Affairs Officer West Point Mid- perience and a proven track record of achieving excellence in all of our district SEMBACH, Germany — Department dle School from success from his assignments across schools by partnering with students, par- of Defense Education Activity Europe 2006 to 2015. DoDEA,” said McMullen. “His previ- ents, teachers and community stakehold- Director for Student Excellence Dr. Dell During his ten- ous work in creating collaborative envi- ers.” McMullen is pleased to announce the se- ure there, he led ronments for educators and students is a DoDEA plans, directs, coordinates and lection of David Rudy as DoDEA South the teachers of perfect match to continue building upon manages pre-kindergarten through 12th- District's Vicenza Community Superin- WPMS through a the strong foundation established in the grade education programs for school-age tendent. The selection was made through series of focused, Vicenza community.” children of Department of Defense per- a competitive process. collaborative im- Rudy holds two degrees from the Uni- sonnel who would otherwise not have Rudy has more than 20 years of expe- provement ini- versity of Central Florida, a Bachelor of access to high-quality public education. rience as an educator and 18 years with tiatives and a successful AdvancEd Ac- Science in English Education and a Mas- DoDEA schools are located in Europe, DoDEA. He served as principal of Vi- creditation External Review during the ter of Education in Educational Leader- the Pacific, Western Asia, the Middle cenza High School from 2015 to 2018, 2012-2013 school year. The school was ship. East, , the United States, Guam and where he led the implementation of Do- named a National Blue Ribbon School “I am looking forward to serving mil- Puerto Rico. DoDEA also provides sup- DEA's College and Career Ready Stan- of Excellence by the U.S. Department of itary-connected students across the Eu- port and resources to local educational dards and instituted weekly focused col- Education for the 2011-2012 school year, rope South district in this new role," agencies throughout the United States laboration time for teachers. one of just 33 middle schools nationwide said Rudy. “Our families deserve noth- that serve children of military families. Community honors women's equality with observance

not only is a Soldier, Story and photo by Laura Kreider but also a wife, mother, VMC Public Affairs Office teacher, chauffer, doc- tor, nurse, confidant and CASERMA EDERLE — The Vicenza Military Com- let’s not forget, mentor.” munity celebrated Women’s Equality Day with an event Her first deploy- at the Golden Lion here Aug. 23. ment, Operation Desert The event, hosted by U.S. Army Africa and the VMC Storm, was her first time Equal Opportunity Office, featured guest speaker Chief away from home. It was Warrant Officer 5 Anita Williams, USARAF, G-4. followed by many oth- Before Williams’ speech, USARAF Commander ers including the one Maj. Gen. Roger L. Cloutier Jr., addressed the audi- in Afghanistan, where ence, highlighting the importance and progress made she served another 13 by American women and their support throughout the months holding down years in the Army since the Civil War. different jobs in - com After the commander’s observations, Williams opened bat, while still fulfilling her speech with a quote: “There is no force equal to that the various roles in her of a determined woman.” family. “For centuries, we have gone to great measures to “As many of you in prove that with a little determination we can accomplish the audience, I was not anything we want. A trailblazer laid the foundation for excused from being a all military women. In 1781, Deborah Sampson set out mother, wife, teach- U.S. Army Africa Commander Maj. Gen. Roger L. Cloutier Jr. and Chief Warrant Officer 5 on a mission that would give all military women the er and disciplinarian,” Anita Williams, USARAF G-4, prepare to cut the cake for community members to enjoy. strength to laugh when they hear the words, ‘You will Williams added. never make it,’” said Williams. In her closing remarks, continues to serve and support this great country.” Williams said she decided to join the Army when she she said, “I would like to thank Deborah Sampson for Lt. Col. Rob Shaw, battalion commander, 1st Battal- was 20 years old and volunteered to go to combat. paving the way for all of the women who are allowed to ion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), presented a She explained that a woman in the military is multitask- serve their country in all branches of the military based certificate of appreciation to Williams, and a cake-cut- er, and how, during the day and/or a deployment, “She on ability and not gender, as well as every female who ting ceremony concluded the observance. Officials warn of increased risk of West Nile Virus in northern Italy tive freezing nights.” Africa Surgeon's office. by draining standing water around your By Michelle Thum Most infected people who have been Avoid scratching mosquito bites and property Public Health Command Europe PAO bitten by this specific mosquito develop apply hydrocortisone cream or calamine l Make sure door and window screens no symptoms. However, a few do. Ap- lotion to reduce itching. Seek medical do not have holes LANDSTUHL, Germany — Public proximately attention if To keep houses mosquito free, PHCE Health Command Europe is urging peo- 20 percent of the symp- officials suggest attaching screens on ple in Northern Italy to take extra precau- infected peo- toms develop windows and doors and using air condi- tions against mosquito bites this year due ple develop within two tioning, when available. The reduction, to an increased risk of exposure to West febrile illness weeks of be- elimination or treatment of mosqui- Nile Virus. characterized ing in affect- to breeding areas is the best and most Health authorities have identified at by symptoms ed areas. cost-effective technique for mosquito least 123 human cases of West Nile vi- of fever, head- To avoid control. rus in Emilia-Romagna and Veneto, Italy, ache, body mosquito The most important things communi- between June and Aug. 8. This number aches, joint bites, PHCE ty members can do to reduce the risk of increased significantly compared to only pains, vomit- recommends exposure to West Nile Virus are to elim- five cases identified during the same -pe ing, diarrhea the follow- inate mosquito-breeding areas in your riod in 2017. and rash. ing: environment and limit exposure to feed- The West Nile Virus is transmitted to “Less than l Cover ing mosquitoes. Eliminate all standing humans through the bite of an infected one percent exposed skin water in yards and work areas. Check old mosquito, according to PHCE. of infected by wearing tires, flower pots, abandoned swimming “The WNV, Culex species, mosqui- individuals light-col- pools and rain gutters. Change water in develop seri- Public Health Command Europe is urging people ored, long- pet bowls, birdbaths and children's pools to is a dusk and dawn biting mosquito in Northern Italy to take extra precautions against and their occurrence around our home is ous neurologic mosquito bites this year due to an increased risk of sleeved shirts, once a week. Mosquito larvae can sur- weather dependent,” said Maj. Amanda illness, which exposure to West Nile Virus. (Photo courtesy of CDC) long pants, vive in water the size of a bottle cap. Cline, PHCE's Entomological Science can become and hats Program chief. life-threat- l Use insect For more information on WNV visit “Mosquitoes will be present in northern ening. The virus' symptoms typical- repellent that contains DEET when out- Centers for Disease Control and Pre- Italy as long as the days are warm and ly appear within two to six days af- doors vention, West Nile virus https://www.cdc. there is rainfall, which is typically from ter being bitten, but can develop up l Wear a Permethrin-treated military gov/westnile/index.html, or the PHCE April to November. The mosquito popu- to 14 days after exposure,” explained uniform and wear it properly website at http://rhce.amedd.army.mil/ lation will taper off after a few consecu- Lt. Col. Ruben Ortiz from U.S. Army l Eliminate mosquito breeding sites phce/index.cfm. The Outlook accepts submissions. Email content for consideration: [email protected]; call for deadline. Anyone with questions about submissionsor comments/concerns should contact the Outlook Editor at the USAG Italy Public Affairs Office, DSN 637-8031, comm. 0444-61-8031.

3 Outlook Sept. 14, 2018 Celebrating a decade on radio CASERMA EDERLE — George Hanby, a teacher at Vicenza Middle School, celebrates 400 shows Sept. 5 as "Radio Free Hanby" on American Forces Network Radio in Vicenza. Hanby has been going on the radio regularly since February 2008 to discuss news and events taking place at VMS, as well as tips for families on how to help children succeed in school. He teaches 6th grade Language Arts and 8th grade Pathways to Careers. Listeners can follow AFN Vicenza "The Eagle" on 106.0 FM, or on the AFN 360 app, afn360vicenza.radio.net. (Courtesy photo) AFAP (Continued from page 1) All issues submitted are considered and worked until resolution, unless they are deemed unattainable. Keep in mind that it may take some time for the results of your issue to be seen. The “Issue Title” should be a brief summary of the issue or problem, not a sen- tence. Make sure to be specific — the title should tell the reader what the issue is all about, i.e. “tuition assistance for overseas spouses.” “Scope” is a clear and concise statement describing the issue, why it’s a problem and whom it affects. The scope should be written in paragraph form (three to four sentences long). State the problem, provide facts or additional information, and say why the issue is important. Under “Recommendation(s),” list practical recommendations for what you want to happen to “fix” the issue or problem identified in the scope. Use strong action verbs (e.g. provide, conduct, develop, fund, build), and remember there is a limit of three or fewer recommendations per issue. An example of a well-written recommendation is as follows: “Develop a tuition assistance program for overseas spouses.” AFAP accepts issues on an ongoing basis; however, to have an issue considered for fiscal year 2018, deadline is Oct. 8. Scan and email this form to AFAP Program Manager, Stephanie A. Cummins, [email protected], or drop form off at the front desk of Army Community Service, Building 108 on Caserma Ederle. Anyone with questions or needing assistance may contact Cummins at 0444-71-8138. PREPARE (Continued from page 1) separated during a disaster. by getting involved in our community. The Veneto region, and especially Vi- Join the “America's Preparation!” cam- cenza, is no stranger to severe weather. paign. All families and individuals are en- Floods, earthquakes, damaging hail and couraged to join and can do so by visiting high wind storms can happen with little to the Ready Army website at (www. ready. no warning. When an emergency strikes, army.mil) and pledging to prepare. knowing what to do before, during and The U.S. Army Garrison Italy Emergen- after may make all the difference when cy Management office will have displays seconds count. at the Vicenza and Darby Exchanges Are you looking to create a basic disas- and commissaries to provide community ter kit? Look no further than your Post members with easy tips on how to pre- Exchange and Commissary. Items for a pare for disasters. basic emergency supply kit can easily be Are you ready to make a difference for found at these two locations. yourself, your family and your communi- Individually we can make a difference ty? Make the pledge and be Army ready.

4 Outlook Sept. 14, 2018 Policy prohibits improper disposal of waste

the Ederle Medical Clinic, or personnel By Kurt Brownell can bring it to any pharmacy for prop- DPW Environmental Division er disposal. Eco islands are also located throughout USAG Italy; there you can VICENZA — The United States Army place separated waste into the proper con- Garrison Italy commander signed a recy- tainers. cling policy Aug. 20 that refers to Army Examples for dry waste (non-recycla- and Italian regulations concerning proper bles) are items such as: rubber, audio disposal of recyclable and non-recyclable and video cassettes, CDs, dishes, cutlery, waste, and implements mandatory solid toys, pens, wax paper, laminated paper, waste recycling to the maximum extent nylon stockings, rags, diapers, sanitary possible. napkins, cosmetics, vacuum cleaner dust, Garrison Commander Col. Erik M. shoes, incandescent light bulbs, and ce- Berdy approved the policy that further ramics/porcelain. prohibits improper disposal of recycla- The Directorate of Public Works is cur- ble items into a dry waste container; and rently working to procure recycling con- disposal of waste generated from outside tainers for VMC and DMC offices and USAG Italy (Darby and Vicenza military barracks, and Villaggio housing. By pur- communities) into a waste container on chasing these bins, the garrison is making any garrison installation. an investment of approximately $180,000 to better facilitate recycling efforts. The Command emphasis is being placed on From left: Kurt Brownell, U.S. Army Garrison Italy solid waste/recycling compliance increasing our recycling rates, and this goal is begin distribution of these con- manager; Garrison Commander Col. Erik M. Berdy; and Garrison Command Sgt. tainers in late October. policy is being used as the kickoff for this Maj. Mason L. Bryant toss some cardboard into the container at the Eco Center on campaign. Caserma Ederle. On Aug. 20, Berdy signed an updated recycling policy for the Darby Please join us in supporting this import- Many people may not know the VMC and Vicenza military communities. (Photo by Mark Turney, VMC Public Affairs Office) ant Army sustainability initiative. This spends $2.35 million per year for recy- will ultimately support the mission, en- cling/refuse collection. By comparison, USAG Italy a significant amount of mon- Italy custodial contracts. hance well-being in the community, and natural gas costs $2.15 million annually ey, money that can be better used for mis- Larger items such as electronics can be protect the environment. here. It costs roughly $2,000 per roll-off sion and community support. taken to your municipality or the Caser- For more information, contact the for the disposal of non-recyclable (dry So what is recyclable here in Italy? ma Ederle/Del Din eco centers. USAG Italy solid waste/recycling com- waste), while cost for recyclables is ap- Practically everything. Items must be At Darby, large items may be brought pliance manager, Kurt Brownell, at DSN proximately $70. segregated into the following categories: to the Solid Waste Accumulation Point; 637-8266, comm. 0444-61-8266, or A 2016 Solid Waste Study showed that umido (food waste) and clean (e.g. not and batteries to containers located across [email protected]. 67 percent by volume of Vicenza dry contaminated with food) items including from the post office and the Depot Coffee For hazardous waste inquiries, please waste is recyclable. One can easily see glass, plastic and cans, batteries, and pa- Bar. contact Wayne Hagwood, DSN 637- how maximizing recycling rates can save per. These are collected through USAG Pharmaceutical waste is collected at 7442, comm. 0444-61-7442, or wayne.c. Book club spends time discussing 'Mud' Exchange offers Story and photo protection plan, by Karin J. Martinez VMC Italy Public Affairs Office event for kids VICENZA — Library book club mem- bers here got a special treat when they ITALY EXCHANGE — Buying gathered Sept. 6 for their monthly meet- big-ticket items can be stressful enough ing on Caserma Ederle. for Soldiers, Airmen and their families The group had the opportunity to dis- without worrying about damage or wear cuss their latest read, “The Best Mud in and tear devaluing the purchase. Italy,” with its author, Myra Robinson. The Italy Exchange offers shoppers a Robinson, a self-proclaimed “York- way to protect important purchases from shire lass” from northern England has, those risks and dangers with protection since 2009, split her time between her plans for electronics, jewelry, appliances, homeland and Italy, where she has fallen lawn and garden tools and more. in love with the small town of Battaglia The Exchange Protection Plans secure Terme in Padova. major purchases from the most common September’s book club choice came threats, including accidental damage from handling; breakdowns due to heat, about when Caralyn Champa, public ser- Writer Myra Robinson enjoys her visit with the Vicenza Library book club Sept. vices librarian for U.S. Army Garrison 6 on Caserma Ederle. Robinson spent the evening with about 20 members of the dust and humidity; and power surges. Italy, found the book after reading Rob- community to discuss her book, "The Best Mud in Italy." Plans can be purchased for varying length inson’s article about Catajo Castle in Italy of years —up to lifetime coverage— for Magazine. and a Dozen Ways to Cook a Rabbit, The town became her home away from as little as two percent of the item price. “My mom and I started reading (‘The Trattoria Tips, and The Grand Dame of home, and its people and her experienc- “The Exchange appreciates that Ita- Best Mud in Italy’) on my Kindle,” said Tuscany, “Mud” is an eclectic read that es living and traveling gave her plenty of ly Exchange Soldiers, Airmen and their Champa. “When it was time for her to go easily worms its way into the hearts of material for what became a body of work families choose to spend their hard- back home to Minnesota, she asked if she readers — especially those from coun- that she describes as a “labor of love.” earned money with us,” said Exchange could take my Kindle so she could finish tries other than Italy who have the experi- The writer’s visit to Caserma Ederle General Manager Susana Sobrino. “We reading the book.” ence of day-to-day living here. was a successful one, as 18 club members want to do all we can to help them protect The librarian was not willing to let her Although she studied French and spent (including two newly arrived spouses) their purchases so they get the most value reading device go back to the States, how- much time in France, the writer said she were there to greet her. for their money.” ever, so she offered to contact the author ended up Italy because she was looking “It was great fun,” said Champa. “Myra Shoppers can easily add an Exchange to obtain a copy of the book so her moth- for a change. has a charming British accent and sense Protection Plan to eligible purchases by er could finish. After a pleasant exchange, “I wanted to do something different,” of humor, and she was tickled by how speaking with an associate when they Robinson sent an autographed copy of the Robinson said. “So I decided to come to closely we paid attention to her stories.” checkout. book to Champa’s mother at her home in Italy. And I wanted to be in an area off the Book club members shared their In other Exchange news, AAFES in- Minnesota, and a friendship between the tourist track.” thoughts about the book and asked Rob- vites children to get in touch with their librarian and the writer was born. The small town in the volcanic Euga- inson questions about people and loca- creative side at a play dough sculpt-event The book is comprised of vignettes nean Hills offered exactly what she was tions described in the various stories. No Sept. 15. about experiences that unfolded as Rob- looking for. With an obsession for visit- detail was left unexamined by the end of The event will take place from 11 a.m. inson learned about Italian culture and ing spa towns, she ended up in Battaglia the evening. to 2 p.m. in the Vicenza Main Store and ways of the Italian people. Terme, initially, because it was known for Other writers who have participated in will feature a variety of playsets for chil- Champa added that “Mud” includes having “the best mud in Italy.” Battaglia library events here are Daniel Wallace dren to build and sculpt. Children ages “funny anecdotes, charming characters lies at the eastermost edge of the Hills and (Big Fish), who visited the book club three and older are invited to join the fun. and lots of great tips for travel and explo- has been noted for saline springs and nat- and conducted a writer's workshop in “It’s always a good time hosting kids’ ration in the Veneto region.” She thought ural vapor grotto since the Middle Ages. 2009; and a Skype interview with Bernie events at the Exchange,” said Gener- the book could help Vicenza Library pa- (Robinson’s experience with getting a Krause (The Great Animal Orchestra) in al Manager Susana Sobrino. “It’s about trons learn more about the region; thus, doctor’s prescription for a body treatment 2015. bringing the community together and giv- the book became a club selection. that included six buckets of hot mud is a Robinson’s book is available online and ing the kids and their parents a chance to With such chapter titles as Hot Water chapter that readers won’t want to miss.) at the post library. meet and play with new friends.”

5 Outlook Sept. 14, 2018 Stop, look, listen: Bus safety begins, ends at home Safe student transportation is one of Department of building; do not allow your child to come to you after Defense Education Activity-Europe East District’s getting off the school bus. highest priorities. Important facts for parents to know: The following highlights critical school transporta- • In Europe, traffic does not stop for loading and -un tion-related safety protocol and measures to keep stu- loading school buses. Teach your children this life-sav- dents safe and prepared for the daily travel to and from ing rule: Never cross in front of or behind a loading or their school. unloading school bus. (1) LOOK at and KNOW your children’s route to and • Children are at the greatest risk for accidents and in- from the bus stop. juries going to and from the bus stop. (2) SHOW children how to go safely to and from the Five basic safety rules that prevent most accidents and bus stop. Use hands-on instruction. Cross streets only injuries are as follows: at designated crossings; do not cross the street between (1) Be on time. Walk, do not run to the bus stop. parked cars. (2) When waiting for the bus, take at least three large (3) REVIEW the five safety rules (below) with your steps away from the curb. children. Follow up and reinforce. Follow the rules, tips for bus safety to ensure a safe, (3) Take your seat on the bus and stay in it while the (4) STRESS good behavior on the bus – good behav- school year. (File photo) bus is moving. If there are seat belts, buckle up. ior and safety go hand-in-hand. Students must present (4) When getting off the bus, take three large steps bus passes to the driver when boarding the bus. grade, need parental supervision to keep them safe. away from the curb and wait for the bus to depart before (5) REPORT safety or security concerns to the school Please take them to and from the bus stop, and wait with crossing the street. bus office. them until they have safely boarded the bus. When they (5) Never cross the street in front of or behind the bus. Children, particularly in kindergarten through 2nd return from school, meet them on the same side of the street as the bus stop. Do not wait in a parked car or a (DoDEA-Europe East District Transportation) Children in DMC, VMC ready to conquer new year

CAMP DARBY — Soldiers from 529th Military Police Company at Camp Darby, Spc. Cesar J. Ramos and Sgt. Kevin J. Escobar, welcome students back to school Aug. 27. (Photo by Elena Baladelli, 7th ATC-RTSD South)

VICENZA — Lt. Col. Laura Roman, U.S. Army Africa, her husband Ryan and daughters, 2nd-grader Giuliana and kindergartener Leila, look at the board for the information on the classrooms and teachers during the Sept. 5 Sneak Peek event at Vicenza Elementary School on Villaggio. (Photo by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office)

VICENZA — Vicenza Military Community parents and their children had a great time during the Sneak Peek at Vicenza Elementary School on Villaggio Aug. 24. They had the chance to visit CAMP DARBY — Kindergarteners classrooms and talk to teachers before the first day of school. Also, VES hosted an Open House head to school for an exciting first for students and families Sept. 5. (Photo by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office) day Sept. 7. (Photo by Elena Baladelli, 7th ATC-RTSD South)

6 Outlook Sept. 14, 2018 Girl Scouts organization CARE'ing community seeks customer associate VICENZA — The Girl Scouts orga- balances customer issues; takes time to nization here is hiring a Customer Care answer questions and explain decisions; Associate. follows through on commitments to cus- The person in this position will serve as tomers in a timely manner; maintains a a first point of contact for inquiries via commitment to continuous improve- phone, email or in person. The incumbent ment. is responsible for providing the highest •Active listening - ability to skillfully level of customer service to all members/ use a variety of questions and other ac- customers, both external and internal. tive listening techniques to promote a ro- Primary duties of the position are as bust discussion with members/customers follows: and identify needs. Supports functions of a multi-channel •Attention to detail. contact center •Oral and written communication abili- •Answers incoming calls/requests; en- ties (i.e. in person, verbal, written, phone, gages in problem-solving and provides and/or other electronic media); expresses solutions; manages and responds appro- ideas and facts in a clear and understand- priately to all inquiries including but not able manner appropriate to the individu- limited to email, phone and walk-in cus- al or group; listens to and comprehends CASERMA EDERLE — Teri Buckman (right), a member of the 173rd Airborne tomers. what others are say- Brigade Family Readiness Group, shares information with an interested •Maintains a cus- ing; prepares orga- passerby at the Community Awareness of Resources Expo (CARE) in the tomer-centric envi- nized and structured library parking lot Sept. 6. The expo ran from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and was an ronment in public presentations; has effort to share useful information and access to resources with community members. (Photo by Laura Kreider, VMC Public Affairs Office) areas of USAGSO demonstrated ability facilities. to work with a wide Provides high range of sensitive and quality customer confidential issues service and communicates with a diverse group News briefs •Ensures and provides quality service of girls, volunteers and staff. Estate or indebtedness claims renowned system that was developed to both internal and external customers. •Technical computer skills in Microsoft Anyone having any claims on or in Italy by the Italian physician and •Answers inquiries by clarifying de- Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, obligations to the estate of Sgt. Nathan educator, Maria Montessori. Her sired information, researching, locating and other Customer Relationship Man- A. Teregeyo in 1st Battalion, 503rd methods focus on self-directed activities, and delivering findings. agement system and social networking. Infantry Regiment, 173rd Brigade hands-on learning and collaborative •Maintains contact center database This is a full-time position. Days and Combat Team, should contact the play. by entering information accurately and hours of work are Monday through Fri- Summary Court-Martial Officer, 1st Lt. For more information, please email quickly. day, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Occasional evening Joshua Allyn, at DSN 637-4572 or via [email protected]. •Enhances organization reputation by and weekend work may be required as e-mail: [email protected]. providing a positive customer experience job duties demand. Auditions for annual holiday for all those contacted, either in person or Preferred Education and Experience Reservations for show by phone. (i.e. certifications): ‘Spontaneous Laughter’ If you’ve been wanting to get involved •Manages processes that include, but •2-3 years of administrative and/or cus- Reservations are now being taken at at Soldiers’ Theatre, meet people, cel- are not limited to, office equipment man- tomer facing relevant work experience. Soldiers’ Theatre on Caserma Ederle for ebrate the season and have a lot of fun, agement and office supply stocking. •Bachelor’s Degree in Business, related a performance of short adult comedies audition Oct. 10, 6:30 p.m., for “Comin’ Supports administrative functions experience, or equivalent. called “Spontaneous Laughter.” Up Christmas Time,” a holiday musi- •Provides back-up administrative sup- Other unique responsibilities or condi- Performances will take place Sept. cal variety show, consisting of novel- port across all departments as needed tions: Must have valid driver’s license 21-30, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 ty songs, contemporary and traditional which may include the productions of and military base ID card valid for Vi- p.m., and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. holiday music with lots of staging and written materials and reports (copying, cenza/Italy. Tickets are $12 for adults; please movement. The director is looking for a assembling, etc.), filing, data entry, mail, GSUSA is an equal employment oppor- note that this show is not suitable for LARGE CAST of community perform- front desk staffing, office supply stocking tunity employer. children, as it contains adult language ers who would like to share the joy of and business machine management. For more information, and if you are and situations. To reserve your seat the holidays in a musical format. No ex- •Customer responsiveness - seeks an interested in this position, please email today, email gerald.s.brees.naf@mail. perience is necessary, and auditions are acknowledges the views and ideas from cover letter and resume to cmor-gan@ mil. The show features a talented cast open to performers 8 years old and older. customers; identifies, prioritizes, and girlscouts.org. from your community: Karina Beretich, Anyone interested in auditioning should Marissa Blake, Amy Cates, Jeremy bring a prepared holiday song to sing. A MEASLES Cates, Jocelyn Coleman, Summer pianist will be available or you may sing (Continued from page 1) Curlee, Tatiana Rosado Dunbar, Casey acapella. The show will be presented Fletcher, Kristi Fletcher, Josh Galvin, Nov. 30 through Dec. 9 on Friday and Measles can be a very serious, even early administration of the measles vac- Violet Knoll, Ronald Lessane, Mark Saturday evenings and Sunday matinees. fatal, illness and is especially severe in cine to provide protection until the reg- McMillen, Latesha Miles, Alphonso babies and elderly persons, according to ular measles series can be started at 12 Ortiz, Heather Rockel, Robin Sampson, Learn about Coldren. Adults and children not vacci- months of age. This early dose can be Martin Sinlao, Sydney Timme, Ashley being a warrant officer nated for measles could be at risk for con- given as early as six months. However, Whorley, Direck Whorley, Angela The South of the Alps Warrant Officer tracting the illness due to the outbreak. the early dose is additional and does not Wilson and Abby Zaehler. Association offers “Coffee with a Two groups of people in the American replace the first shot in the normal immu- Warrant Officer” the last Thursday of military community are particularly vul- nization schedule. Outlook to go digital each month from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the nerable to measles infection: “Measles has been largely eliminated in Beginning Oct. 1, the Outlook Caserma Ederle Post Exchange food 1. Family members who were not sub- the United States, with the exception of newspaper will go digital. Due to budget court next to the Subway restaurant. The ject to the U.S. immunization schedule small, localized outbreaks, so the MMR and manpower constraints, the printed opportunity is open to those interested as children (for example, foreign-born vaccine isn't normally administered until version of the newspaper will be online in becoming a warrant officer or who spouses). To help protect your fami- 12 months of age,” said Coldren. only in a different format. Anyone with would like to know more about an ly when traveling around Europe, PHC “However, this leaves infants 6-12 questions may contact the editor at Army career as a Warrant Officer. No recommends that personnel review their months old at risk in areas where the vi- [email protected]. registration required; just stop by. vaccination records to ensure everyone is rus is present, because the immunity that fully vaccinated against measles. was passed on to them from their moth- Montessori education College fair 2. Children younger than one year old ers is generally not effective beyond six The MOMS Club of Vicenza would Represent your alma mater. Sign up as traveling to high risk areas. Children un- months.” like to provide Montessori education a volunteer representative for the 2018 der one are too young to receive the first For more information on protecting for parents by offering a three-part Vicenza College Fair that will take place regularly scheduled measles vaccine. your infant with an early dose measles program that serves as an introduction Oct. 17, 5:30-7 p.m. at the Vicenza High This is a concern if they are travelling vaccine, or assistance reviewing family to Montessori. School gym. to an area affected by a measles outbreak. members' immunization status, contact Sessions will take place the first The College Fair will be a great op- In such cases, U.S. authorities allow for your Primary Care team. Tuesday of each month at Building portunity for middle and high school 300A, next to the Mensa on Caserma students in the community to explore Ederle. The first one took place in options for higher education. Interested Looking for information and resources? September, and there will be one each volunteers should contact Stacey John- in October and November. Session son, [email protected], U.S. Army MWR can connect you duration will be 30-45 minutes. Children or 0444-71-7659. with a network of resources will have free play and craft time in the The Teen Center will provide willing at Army OneSource, www.myarmyonesource.com. adjoining room. participants with a memo to contact their Montessori education is a world- college or university; they will then serve

7 Outlook Sept. 14, 2018 Sports For love of the game Civilian employee umpires in championship Italian 'Super Bowl' game what I brought to the field, and I started By Karin J. Martinez going farther and farther out of the area.” VMC Italy Public Affairs Office Soon he found himself at games in Bo- logna, Parma and Trieste, and the levels VICENZA — For 20 years, Mark Tur- increased from Division 3 to Division 1. ney has moonlighted as an official for And although he doesn’t speak Italian, it sporting events, namely softball, soccer doesn’t prove to be a problem. and football. No matter where his career “I have not had a game yet where my took him, he sought out the local associ- lack of Italian has been a significant is- ation and signed on. sue. The rules are largely understood,” On July 7, he participated in what has Turney said. “There are often players become one of the highlights of that side who don’t speak English, but there is gig: he was the only American this year usually someone who can cross the gap to officiate at the “Italian Super Bowl,” so we can get our point across. We figure in the Division 3 championship game for it out however we can.” the Federazione Italiana di American For the American who loves football, Football (FIDAF; in English, the Italian figuring it out is the only solution and Federation of American Football). why he spends so much of his spare time Turney, a Department of the Army ci- on the field. vilian who serves as a public affairs spe- “I love football,” Turney said. “It’s as cialist and webmaster for United States simple as that. I grew up in a football Army Garrison Italy, said he was espe- town, played football as a kid, played in cially honored because he was the only college. I love the game, and I love giv- American to officiate in the Super Bowl ing the game to people. and the league this year, and the only per- Mark Turney, a civilian employee who works in Vicenza for U.S. Army Garrison “When your crew is clicking and the son ever to be a Division 1 White Hat as Italy, intently watches his zone during a recent football match held in Verona. The game is firing on all cylinders, it is the a first-year official in FIDAF. umpire monitors the legality of all plays on the line of scrimmage with a special most fun you can have in sports. It’s emphasis on offensive holding and illegal linemen down field. (Courtesy photo) “I won’t deny that I was scared to death an exciting time when it all works, and in those Division 1 games,” Turney said, ies from weekly meetings and clinics, to responsible for the game, from one hour when it doesn’t, well, your mistakes are laughing. “It was an amazing honor. This group talks and annual certification -ex before and until everyone steps off the out there for the world to see. You need was 1st Division football and a really big ams. He also spends a lot of time study- field at the end. The responsibility also to own it and move on. Every time you deal here in Italy. Every move we made ing rules and preparing for games on his includes communication with the team blow a whistle or throw a flag, half of the was going to be televised.” own. of referees before the game, making sure people there love you and the other half But years of training and experience “We (referees/umpires) can never take uniforms are correct, assigning positions hates you. It teaches you a lot.” had prepared for granted and more. Turney encourages anyone who is in- terested in becoming involved with the him for it. "Every time you blow a whistle or throw a that we know Although he has served as White Hat in Turney be- a rule,” said other places, Turney, who has been living FIDAF to reach out to him if they need gan officiating flag, half of the people there love you and the the Milwau- and working in Italy since October 2016, assistance in getting in touch with the unit- and high other half hates you. It teaches you a lot." kee, Wiscon- had to work his way up to the position right contacts. He also recommends school-lev- sin native. “I here. It all started by getting in touch studying NCAA rules and going in with el football in am always with FIDAF through contacts in Germa- a good attitude. Heidelberg, Germany, in 1988. From studying, preparing, sharing rules. We ny, and the rest fell into place. Beginning As for his side gig, he plans to partici- there, he moved stateside and joined the have to make split-second decisions on in September 2017, he hit the field as part pate for as long as he can deliver a qual- football association in whatever town he the field, and we have to know the rules of a team of referees. He was shuffled ity game. moved to, including locations in Virgin- cold. I never want to be the reason a team around to various locations in Italy, such “When I can’t do it anymore, I’ll hang ia, New York, Nevada and Georgia. He is the victor or the loser.” as Bolzano, Vicenza, Torino and Verona. up the spikes,” he said. But for now — learned to call NCAA rules and NFL That being said, the responsibility of the “Those games were my proving ground, and at least until next season— he’ll ride rules, and participated in a variety of White Hat is significant. The person who so to speak,” said Turney. “The associ- the high of his experience at the Super training experiences. Such training var- holds that position on the field is legally ation started getting comfortable with Bowl in Italy. Engineer battalion teams bring heat at tourney KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — Two unit softball teams represented Vicenza as part of the Installation Management Command-Europe Commander's Cup program: 173rd Brigade Engineer Battalion and 54th BEB. The three-day softball tournament ran from Aug. 10 through Aug. 12, and wrapped up the 2018 softball season for all Army garrisons throughout Europe The 54th won the tournament, not losing a single game. Their coach could not have been more proud. "We saw some outstanding ball clubs up there, but the team fought and competed every inning, every out, and every pitch. Like the ‘Sky Soldiers’ they are, the team fought and won. I couldn't be more proud of them," said Coach Nate Guajardo. (Courtesy photos)

8 Outlook Sept. 14, 2018 Sports

VHS Cougars battle Rota Admirals in first game of season CASERMA EDERLE — Vicenza High School Cougars battled it out with the Rota (Spain) Admirals in the season's debut Sept. 8 at the Ederle Track & Field, but lost the game 39-6. Above and inset: Zach Cohen, #20, runs the ball in the first quarter of the Department of Defense Education Activity-Europe Division II game. Vicenza heads to Naples today and will have a bye week Sept. 22. (Photos by Karin J. Martinez, VMC Public Affairs Office)

The Cougars cheerleaders get the crowd cheering for their Vicenza High School A Cougars player takes down a player from Rota during the first game of the sesaon team during the second quarter of the Sept. 8 game. on Caserma Ederle.

Members of the VHS band keep the crowd enthusiastic and the players motivated as they played throughout the game.

Cougars player Massimo Lauer, #15, gained some ground before a Rota player takes hold of him during the first game of the DoDEA-Europe Division II season.

9 Outlook Sept. 14, 2018 Out & About by Anna Terracino, VMC Public Affairs Office

Pumpkin Festival, Montegaldella

Vicenza with an opening ceremony Sept. 16 at 11 a.m., and the second one will be at Villa Caldogno, Caldogno . Gods, Pharoahs and Men, Jesolo VENETO & NEARBY Sept. 29-30. Free entrance. Vicenza: exhibit open 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3: 30–7 p.m.; Caldogno: exhibit open Birritalia Festival /Beer Festival 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3:30–10:30 p.m. Sept. 14-16, Castelfranco Veneto Beer Festival Milano Film Festival/ Film Festival dedicated to some 40 Italian breweries with more than 200 different beers in an area of approximately 5,000 Sept. 29-Oct. 7, 23rd edition of the Milano Film square meters. Big food stand and live music. Friday Festival, also known as MFF, takes place at ANTEO from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.; Palazzo del Cinema, Piccolo Teatro Studio Melato, and Sunday from 11 a.m.-midnight. Free entrance. and BASE Milano, Milan. This year’s artistic director is Oscar-winning director Gabriele Salvatores. MFF Festa dei Sapori e delle Tradizioni strives to promote independent films and support Flavors and Traditions Fest emerging filmmakers. Created originally as a Sept. 14-16, Terrassa Padovana (Padova), Via Roma, competition of local short films, over the years MFF about 40 miles south of Vicenza. Food booths open has become an international film festival. Competing at 7 p.m. Trade fair of local products, handicraft films and the program will be revealed this month. Find more information at www.milanofilmfestival.it/ market and antiques with more than 100 exhibitors. Silent Film Festival, Pordenone Highlights of the event include: Sept. 16 at 10 a.m., en/programme. historical military parade of the 16th Reggimento Van Gogh Multimedia Experience Treviso 1797-Republic of San Marco with flag-hoisting at 7 p.m. Oct. 5 at 5 p.m. opening ceremony of the ceremony and military exercises; 4:30 p.m., archery Through Sept. 30, Mondays-Thursdays and Sundays, exhibit “World War I”. Photography and mycological event with Arcieri Sagittario del Veneto, archery 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-10:30 exhibits; live music and dancing starts nightly at 9 association and open skills test to participants; 5 p.m., p.m., Venice, Palazzo Giustinian Faccanon, Dorsoduro; p.m.; Carnival rides, covered dance floor and parking. military reenactment of 16th Reggimento Treviso this exhibit examines Van Gogh’s life and works, with 1797-Republic of San Marco. Photography exhibit and video visions of many of his paintings and drawing, Pordenone Silent Film Festival inflatable play area for children. Food booths open at completed with info in Italian and English. Entrance Oct. 6-13, Verdi Theater, Pordenone, about 85 miles 6:30 p.m. fee: €15; reduced €12 (children younger than 18, senior northeast from Vicenza. Verdi Theater in Pordenone citizens over 65); free for children younger than 7 years hosts the 37th edition of Le Giornate del Cinema Muto Festa del Riso/Rice Festival old. – Pordenone Silent Film Festival, one of the most Sept. 14-19, Grumolo delle Abbadesse, about nine important film festivals in the world dedicated to silent Egitto. Dei, faraoni e Uomini miles east of Vicenza. Food booths featuring local rice film, and considered by Variety Magazine to be one Egypt. Gods, Pharaohs and Men dishes and other specialties open at 7:30 p.m. Local of the top 50 unmissable film festivals in the world. product exhibit and sale; free entrance. Live music and Through Sept. 30,open daily, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., last Day and evening tickets are €10. Exceptions: opening, entertainment every night starting at 8:30 p.m. admission 9 p.m. Jesolo, Via Aquileia 123. This exhibit closing nights and special events, €20. A Day Ticket offer a great display of Egyptian artifacts coming from is valid on the day of issue only, for all films screened Ferrara Balloon Festival the most important collections of Italian and foreign from the morning until the last show of the afternoon Through Sept. 16, Ferrara, Bassani Park, Via Riccardo museums. Visitors not only have a chance to see, know, session; the Evening Ticket is valid for all films screened Bacchelli, about 70 miles south of Vicenza. Admission and analyze the Egyptian world, they can also feel it, from 8:30 p.m. onwards. On sale only at the Giornate fee: Saturday & Sunday €5 (free for children younger thanks to many interactive supports. Entrance fee: €16; Box Office at the Teatro Verdi. than 12); free entrance Monday–Friday. Free parking reduced: €12 (senior citizens older than 65; students The Giornate Box Office opens Oct. 6 at 2 p.m.; during and shuttle service from the main parking lot and people with disabilities); €8 (children aged 6-12); the festival, it will remain open daily 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. downtown Ferrara. free for children younger than 6. Tickets include audio and 1:30-10:30 p.m. guide. Online tickets will be available starting in late Tocatì Festival September (online bookings incur a €3 surcharge Fiera del Riso/Rice Fair International Festival of Street Games per ticket), www.giornatedelcinemamuto.it/en. Silent Through Sept. 16,Verona, about 42 miles southwest Through Oct. 7, Isola della Scala (Verona), about 42 films are presented with live musical accompaniment; of Vicenza. Created in 2003, the International Festival miles southwest of Vicenza. Open Mondays-Fridays, intertitles are translated into Italian and/or English of Street Games: Tocatì ("it's your turn" in Veronese 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.-midnight; Saturdays with electronic subtitles. dialect) is a unique festival, its aim to revive and teach 11 a.m.–1 a.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-midnight. This is old traditional street games. The historic center of the largest Italian event dedicated to rice and risotto; Parco Giardino Sigurtà/Park and Garden Verona is turned into a playground. The city center will it will host chefs from many Italian regions who Through Nov. 11, open every day, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., last be filled with game stations, and traditional music and will cook their specialties during the fair. Exhibits, admission 6 p.m.; October and November 9 a.m.- dances. Local food on San Giorgio waterfront: Friday, sporting events, shows, live music and gastronomic 6 p.m., last admission 5 p.m. Valeggio sul Mincio 6-10:30 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; and Sunday, competitions. Free entrance. (Verona), Via Cavour 1. By car, the park can be reached 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to take part taking Autostrada A4, Peschiera del Garda exit. The Festa del Baccalà alla Vicentina in the games; rules will be explained by festival staff park offers the opportunity to capture the magic of Dried Cod Fish Festival members. each season with photos. Voted the most beautiful Oct. 5-8, Montegalda, Piazza Marconi, about 12 miles park of Italy in 2013, and in 2015, it was awarded Mostra di aeropittura progetto southwest of Vicenza. Food stand featuring Vicentine second place in Europe's Most Beautiful Parks. During artistico ‘I cavalieri del cielo’ cod fish with polenta and many other traditional autumn, the park is dominated by foliage: hundreds Aviation painting exhibition specialties; open at 6:30 p.m. Live music and dancing. of Japanese maples lagerstroemias, liquidambars and Sept. 16 and Sept. 29-30. Artistic project called ‘The the green of the lawns. A parking area is located near Sagra dell’Arna/Duck Festival knights of the sky’ organized by the Arma Aeronautica, the entrance; visitors may walk, use the electric shuttle military aviation association of Vicenza. There will be Oct. 4-9, Torri di Quartesolo, about four miles or tour by bike.Entrance fee: €12.50; reduced €6.50 two events: first, the exhibit will be located at the Loggia southeast of Vicenza. Food booths featuring bigoli in for children 5-14, €10 senior citizens over 65; free for del Capitaniato in Piazza dei Signori in downtown duck sauce and the traditional duck stuffed roll open children younger than 4 years old.

10 Outlook Sept. 14, 2018 Out & About

TUSCANY Historical reenactment, Montopoli Val D'Arno

Visitando la Torre/Tower Tour Every Sunday, 10:30 a.m., Proloco Scarperia (Florence), Palazzo dei Vicari. Every Sunday, it is possible to request a special ticket to climb the ancient tower of the castle. The fee is €6 for adults and €3 for children. The visit will take place with a minimum of four participants and maximum of 12. Includes visit to the archives and a walk on the merlons. Takes place only in good weather conditions. For information and reservations, contact 055-846-8165, or email [email protected].

Assedio alla Villa – Rievocazione storica Siege at the Villa – Historical reenactment Sept. 14-16, 5-11 p.m., Poggio Caiano (Prato); Piazza dei Medici, Via Cancellieri, and Via Caiani. This event commemorates the visit of Princess Joan of Austria on her way to marry Grand Duke Francesco de’ Medici in 1565. Renaissance-style market, musicians, shows with falconers, flag-throwers, magicians, fire-eaters and jugglers. Free wine tasting; food booths feature typical Renaissance dishes and other local specialties.

Rievocazione Storica Historical reenactment Sept. 15-16, Montopoli Val D’Arno (Pisa), Piazza VENETO MARKETS Catruccio Castracani. Ancient medieval market, flag-throwers, storytellers, swords duels. Food stands feature local and medieval specialties. Archers come Cittadella (Padova): downtown (80 vendors) from all over Italy to perform spectacular precision shots. Dolo (Venice): Piazza Cantiere (80 vendors)

I Giorni di Bacco/Bacchus Days Este (Padova): Piazza Maggiore and Via Matteotti, Sept. 21-23 and Sept. 28-30, starting at 7 p.m. (4 p.m. about 28 miles south of Vicenza (50 vendors) start Sept. 23 and Sept. 30), Castiglion Fiorentino (Arezzo), Piazza Matteotti. Food booths feature local Godega di Sant’Urbano (Treviso): Via Roma specialties and wines; entertainment, live music, and (230 vendors) games for children. Steak & Porcino Mushroom Festival, Certaldo Mirano: Piazza Martiri (70 vendors) Sagra della Bistecca e del Fungo Porcino Steak and Porcino Mushroom Festival Montagnana (Padova): downtown, about 27 miles Sept. 20-23, Sept. 28-30, Oct. 5-7 and Oct. 12-14, south of Vicenza (80 vendors) Certaldo (Florence), Viale Matteotti 201. Food booths CONCERTS/SPORTS featuring many local specialties open for dinner and, Padova: Prato della Valle, about 24 miles southeast of on Sundays, also for lunch starting at 12:30 p.m. Vicenza (160 vendors) Europe – Oct. 2 Bologna Corri la Vita/Run for Life Amadou and Mariam – Oct. 6 Torino Soave (Verona): Corso Vittorio Emanuele, about 23 Sept. 30, Florence. Join a 6.2 km or 11 km run through U2 – Oct. 11-12; Oct. 15-16 Assago (Milan) miles west of Vicenza (120 vendors) the beautiful city of Florence. Corri la Vita is an annual America – Oct. 13 ;-12; Oct. 14 Bologna; event created to foster awareness and to contribute to Oct. 15 Milan (Teatro Dal Verme) *All of these markets take place Sept. 16. the public health system of Florence with treatment David Garrett and his band – Oct. 17 Rome; Oct. and research of breast cancer. Register from now to 19 Florence; Oct. 20 Assago (Milan) Sept. 27 for €10 per person at corrilavita.it. Arrive Ben Harper – Oct. 26 Padova (Gran Teatro Geox) TUSCANY MARKETS early to the entrance gates in Piazza Vittorio Veneto for The Musical Box –Oct. 28 Rome; Oct. 30 Florence; warming and be ready at 9:30 a.m. for your run/walk. Oct. 31 Milan; Nov. 1 Padova The award ceremony will take place at noon on stage Brit Floyd – Nov. 6 Florence; Nov. 7 Milan; Nov. Anghiari (Arezzo): downtown (45 vendors) in the piazza. The event will take place all day; enjoy 10 Padova the fitness area, street food and cultural destinations. Maneskin – Nov. 14 Certaldo (Florence): Piazza Boccaccio, via Cavour Entrance fee includes bib number and t-shirt donated (70 vendors) by Salvatore Ferragamo. Liam Gallagher – Nov. 15 Conegliano; Nov. 16 Rome Dicomano (Florence): downtown (50 vendors) Man Ray – Wonderful Visions Dire Straits Legacy – Nov. 20 Assago (Milan); Through Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m., San Gimignano, Nov. 21 Padova; Nov. 23 Brescia; Nov. 24 Florence Empoli (Florence): Palazzo delle Esposizioni, Piazza Modern Art Gallery, Via Folgore da San Gimignano; Bryan Adams – Nov. 23 Padova (Gran Teatro Guido Guerra (80 vendors) 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. through Sept. 30; 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Geox); Nov. 24 Montichiari PalaGeorge (Brescia) Oct. 1-7. On display are more than 100 photos by Bunbury – Dec. 2 Milan Florence: Giardini Fortezza (120 vendors) Man Ray, one of the most important photographers of Elton John – May 29-30, 2019, Verona the 20th century. His photographic works encompass Lucca: Piazza Antelminelli (230 vendors) fashion, portraits and technical experimentation. Entrance fee: €9, reduced €7 for children ages 6-17 ITALIAN ARTISTS Marina di Grosseto (Grosseto): Via XXIV Maggio and for senior citizens older than 65; free access for Laura Pausini – Oct. 7 Florence; Oct. 9-10 Padova (60 vendors) children younger than six. Claudio Baglioni – Oct. 16 Florence; Nov. 16-17 Padova; Nov. 20-21 Montichiari (Brescia) Montelupo Fiorentino (Florence): downtown Luca Carboni – Oct. 18 Padova (120 vendors) Angelo Branduardi – Nov. 10 Florence Mario Biondi – Dec. 13 Florence; Dec. 19 Padova *All of these markets take place Sept. 16. For more events and activities, SPORTING EVENTS visit the U.S. Army Garrison Italy Pinterest page, ACI CSAI Racing Weekend – Oct. 27-28 www. pinterest.com/usagitaly. Scarperia (Florence)

Tickets are available in Vicenza at Media World, Palladio Shopping Center, or online at www.ticketone. it and www.geticket.it. Corri la Vita, Florence

11 Outlook Sept. 14, 2018 Family & MWR Creative Journaling ENTERTAINMENT & TRIPS Sept. 18, 1:30-3 p.m., $8 Arts & Crafts Center Caserma Ederle Music Café Develop a deeper connection with Sept. 14, 7:30-11 p.m. your creative self through journaling. Soldiers' Theatre, Caserma Ederle Let loose and explore with colors, Music Café nights are casual improv shapes, lines, and your words all at jam nights for music lovers by music once. Price includes materials and lovers. Great music and amazing mixed media journals. community talent await. Entry is free and refreshments will be available for English as a 2nd Language purchase. Sept. 19 & 26, 2-4 p.m. Sept. 21 & 28, 9 a.m.-noon Fall Flea Market ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle Sept. 15, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. English as a Second Language Library parking lot, Caserma Ederle introduces clients to the funda- Get out of the house and search mentals of the English language. the sales at the annual flea market. Participants can enjoy learning and Vicenza Military Community speaking basic English together. families have cleaned out and are Colosseum, Rome (Photo by Karin J. Martinez) looking to move their wares. Del Din Resiliency Through Art Sept. 19, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday Night Football See what it's like to fish on a charter ODR, Caserma Ederle Library, Caserma Del Din Sept. 16, 23 & 30, 7-10 p.m. fishing boat. The boat will anchor Get the adrenaline pumping and Head into the Del Din Library to Warrior Zone, Caserma Del Din off of a known fishing area and stay eliminate your opponents with this enjoy this program that focuses on Head to the Warrior Zone on Sunday stationary for several hours while fast-paced and extreme sport. Join the process of personal expression nights and root for your favorite we fish for 3-6 pound mackerel. The Outdoor Recreation as they visit a through art in a small group setting. team. Kick back in the lounge area trick for this type of fishing is to set favorite local field to play Speedball, Participants will find art naturally while enjoying hot food and cool your hook at the proper depth and be a variation of paintball where the therapeutic in this facilitated drinks. Takes place every Sunday ready for when you feel a strike. ODR playing field is composed of a maze program. No prior art experience is until the Super Bowl (Feb. 3, 2019). promises a fun day with fresh air on of bunkers that is mirrored on both needed or required. Watch your favorite teams go the the sea, but cannot guarantee that you sides. Use your own gear or borrow distance on the big screens. will catch fish. This type of fishing from Outdoor Recreation. Beginning Photography: requires patience and attention Camera Settings Bowling to detail. Ages 16 years and older Darby Trip: Rome Express Four-week class that takes place Check the FMWR calendar recommended. Participants younger Oct. 27, 5 a.m.-11 p.m., $75 Sept. 19 & 26, Oct. 3 & 10 The Arena, Caserma Ederle than 18 must be accompanied by *Register by Oct. 19 6:30-7:30 p.m., $45 Bowl at the Arena. There is daytime parent or guardian. Pay at snack bar, Bldg. 305 Arts & Crafts Center, Caserma Ederle bowling, Two for Two Tuesday, Camp Darby If you are brand new to photography Sunday bowling specials, hourly and Fall Bazaar Enjoy this day trip to the beauty and or have been stuck in "Auto" mode evening bowling, and family movie Sept. 28, 4-8 p.m.;Sept. 29, 10 a.m.- history of Rome. Participants will this whole time, then this beginner's nights. Stop by the Arena for more 6 p.m.; Sept. 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. enjoy ample free time to walk the photography workshop is for you! information, or go online at https:// Golden Lion, Caserma Ederle streets, view the sights, and take in This is much more than an italy.armymwr.com/calendar to get It's that time of year again. At this the attractions of this ancient city. introduction or crash course to your dates, times and cost. community favorite, vendors from Minimum of 25 participants required digital camera, this class takes an in- different parts of Europe will be for this trip to take place. depth look at all of those confusing Oktoberfest Express at Caserma Ederle to sell their modes and dials, and shows you how Sept. 22 or Sept. 29, 3 a.m., $125 products. Whether looking for a to use them. Family Bus, ODR, Caserma Ederle unique purchase or that perfect gift, CLASSES & WORKSHOPS Party Bus, Del Din Shoppette you are sure to find it at the bazaar. Bringing Baby Home Oktoberfest is a 16-day festival Shopping opportunities include Sept. 20, 3:30-5:30 p.m. held in Munich that lasts from wine, cheese, chocolate, olive oil, Interviewing Skills ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle late September to the first week furniture, ceramics, art and jewelry. Sept. 18, 9:30-10:30 a.m. This class is provided by the New of October. More than 5 million ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle Parent Support Program. Second people attend the festival every year, Mount Pasubio 52 Tunnels Hike Learn effective strategies so that you time parents are encouraged to attend consuming over 7 million liters of Oct. 6, 6:30 a.m.-5 p.m., $50 will be prepared to make a great as with every birth you become a beer on average. Traditional Bavarian ODR, Caserma Ederle first impression, answer questions new parent and no two children are foods — including Würstl (sausage), Join Outdoor Recreation to hike the effectively and land your next alike. Registration encouraged. Call Brezel (pretzel), Käsespätzle (cheese road called 52 Gallerie (tunnels). position. This class takes place every ACS to register, DSN 634-7567/6020, noodles) and sauerkraut — are also The route is more than 10 miles third Tuesday of the month. Sign or comm. 0444-71-7567/6020. an important part of the celebration. long, with many scenic views to up no later than two days before Must bring passport. enjoy along the way. We will stop for the class. Call DSN 634-6884/7500, lunch at a mountain rifugio. Built in comm. 0444-71-6884/7500, for more Darby Youth Trip: Gardaland 1917, the road was used to provide information. FITNESS & SPORTS Sept. 22, 6 a.m.-11 p.m. lateral lines of communications and $16 and €41 entry fee supplies to the Italian V Corps in Spouse Sponsorship Training Group Fitness Class Schedule *Sign up by Sept. 14 the Pasubio area. TheGallerie were Sept. 18, 1-2 p.m. Fitness centers Youth Center, Camp Darby needed to quickly move troops and ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle $5 per class/$35 for 10 classes equipment along a line out of sight Youth are invited to join Child & Learn how to be a successful sponsor The Ederle and Del Din fitness Youth Services as they spend the and artillery fire of Austrian and at this training. Participants will centers have plenty of great classes day in Gardaland. Bring money for Hungarian enemy forces. learn about available resources and dinner. Cost includes transportation, the sponsorship process. This is a to help everyone get in shape. Open supervision and lunch and snack. Paragliding fun and friendly open forum that to all skill levels. Classes include Oct. 13, $140 allows for discussion, comments Zumba, cycling, taekwondo, yoga, Caving the Buso della Rana 7:30 a.m., ODR, Caserma Ederle and questions. Help make someone's power pump and many more. Self- Sept. 22, $85 8 a.m., Del Din Shoppette transition to Italy better. Sign up defense classes are $12 per class/$70 10:30 a.m. Del Din Shoppette Experience the unique thrill of today. for monthly pass. 11 a.m., ODR, Caserma Ederle soaring through the air, catching Head underground to explore the thermals, with your feet dangling Volunteer Organization Darby PiYo Live dark tunnels of the Veneto's largest during a tandem paraglide jump. Point of Contact Training Sept. 18 & 25, 8:30-9:30 a.m. cave system, the Buso della Rana, Paragliding is a seated parachute Sept. 18, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Sept. 21 & 28, 7:15-8:15 a.m. with more than 34 kilometers of activity, and each participant will ACS, Bldg. 108, Caserma Ederle and 11-noon, $5/10 for $35 explored tunnels. This trip is for be paired with an instructor. The Need to track volunteer hours for Fitness Center, Camp Darby persons age 16 years old and older amount of time spent in the air while your organization? Register to be PiYO Live is an intense, low impact only. Participants younger than 18 paragliding can vary based on the an Organizational Point of Contact cardio workout. A unique total-body must be accompanied by parent or temperature and weather conditions. (OPOC). Training will highlight conditioning workout that combines guardian. Expect the time from takeoff to use of the VMIS system; managing the muscle-sculpting, core-firming landing to be about 15-25 minutes. volunteer opportunities; and certi- benefits of pilates with the strength Adriatic Sea Fishing fying volunteer hours. Training takes and flexibility training of flowing Sept. 29, $85 Paintball place the first and third Tuesday of yoga movements, all in one class. A ODR, Caserma Ederle Oct. 20, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., $65 each month. fat burning, low-impact workout.

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